Carl Gustaf Cronhjort
Swedish baron, politician and painter (1694-1777)
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Summary
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort was born on September 15, 1694[1], in Kalmar cathedral parish[2]. He died on July 8, 1777[3], in Kläckeberga church parish[4]. He worked as a politician[5], military personnel[6], painter[7], and civil servant[8]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[9]
Key Facts
- Father: Abraham Cronhjort[10]
- Spouse: Catharina Sofia Lewenhaupt[11]
- Country of citizenship: Sweden[12]
- Position held: regiment commander[13], Governor of Västernorrland County[14]
- Award received: Order of the Sword - Commander Grand Cross[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Member of political party: Hats[17], Hovpartiet[18]
- Participated in conflict: Pomeranian War[19]
- Family name: Cronhjort[20]
- Given name: Carl Gustaf[21]
- Described by source: Dictionary of Swedish National Biography[22], Svenskt konstnärslexikon[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Swedish[24]
- Name in native language: Carl Gustaf Cronhjort[25]
- Sibling: Hans Henning Cronhjort[26]
- Has works in the collection: Nationalmuseum[27]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[28]
- P14750: 6EED-0685-5D20-61BD-F634[29]
FAQs
Where was Carl Gustaf Cronhjort born?
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort's place of birth was Kalmar cathedral parish[2].
Where did Carl Gustaf Cronhjort die?
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort passed away in Kläckeberga church parish[4].
Who were Carl Gustaf Cronhjort's parents?
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort's father was Abraham Cronhjort[10].
Who was Carl Gustaf Cronhjort married to?
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort's spouses include Catharina Sofia Lewenhaupt[11].
What did Carl Gustaf Cronhjort do for work?
Carl Gustaf Cronhjort worked as a politician[5], military personnel[6], painter[7], and civil servant[8].
What awards did Carl Gustaf Cronhjort receive?
Honors received include Order of the Sword - Commander Grand Cross[15].